Craft Guild of Dallas September News

Fall I Starts Now and Fall II is Open For Enrollment

Have something fun and creative to look forward to, enroll in our Fall II session now. The session runs from Nov 1 – Dec 19, 2020.
Spring students don’t

Mesquite Arts Virtual Workshops on Youtube for September

Check out the new Youtube channel! Starting with Rock Art, the Mesquite Arts Center offers virtual workshops. They are also archived on the channel.

Here’s an explanation of the September offerings:

Connect for the Arts Fundraising Forum Sept. 9th

Business Council for the Arts’ (BCA) Leadership Arts Alumni (LAA) are creating a series of online forums for learning and discussion about current challenges facing the North Texas arts and culture non-profit community.

The Connect for the Arts (C4tA) fundraising forum will cover … Continue reading

Contemporary Collage Workshop with artist Katherine Baronet

Students will create a piece of art worthy of being put in a frame! September 19th, 10:30 – 3:30

REGISTRATION (required) by TH SEPT 17th vial email to [email protected] – Class size will be small. ** social distance and

Maddrey PLLC :: Virtual events – copyright, legal aid & fostering community in the arts

Maddrey PLLC :: September Events – Virtual Lunch & Learn, Legal Clinic and Artist Talk Coming Soon!

Copyright Part 1:

Why should you copyright your work? Learn the basics… Wed., Sept. 9th, 12-1 pm register bit.ly/SeptCULL

Get Your Legal Advice

The VERY BIG 2-D Mixed Media Workshop with Bonny

NEW DATE: New materials, New techniques! The VERY BIG Mixed Media Workshop PLUS Consultation day with Bonny – Friday September 25th, Saturday September 26th and Sunday September 27th, 2020.

Hi friends, I’ll be introducing some new monotype techniques and materials

Michael Holter: Curly Portrait Workshop Sept. 3

Another “High Noon” Watercolor Workshop “Sidewalk Sighting”

Join me as I paint a favorite Cowboy Character Thursday September 3. This will be a 3-hour webinar– an online mini-workshop session that is just like one of my live workshops. I will

The Human Figure Alla Prima – Sat., 10th Oct.

Saturday, Oct. 10th : 10 AM – 4 PM

Jaycee Park Center for the Arts, 1975 Puritan Dr. Irving TX 75061
Sponsored by the Irving Art Association

Alla prima or wet-on-wet is a painting technique in which layers of wet … Continue reading

3D Mixed Media on Board – Fridays in Oct.

Fridays – Oct. 2, 9, 16, 23 at 7 PM – 9 PM

Jaycee Park Center for the Arts, 1975 Puritan Dr. Irving TX 75061
Sponsored by the Irving Art Association

Come explore the possibilities with Mixed Media Art in … Continue reading

Airbrush 101 Sept. 12 with Justin Burns

Sat, September 12, 2020 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM
$75

Sponsored by the Irving Art Association
Location: Jaycee Park Center for the Arts, 1975 Puritan Dr., Irving TX 75061

This will be a hybrid class either face to face or … Continue reading

Cedars Union September Virtual Happenings

Hello from The Cedars Union!

We hope you are reading this message in good health and good spirits as we close out the month and a particularly odd summer. The Cedars Union Annex and the Boedeker next door have been … Continue reading

“Research like a Pro” ONLINE with Sindya Bhanoo

Fiction is, by definition, made up. But writing strong fiction, and certainly non-fiction, often requires a fair amount of research.

In this half-day class, we will discuss strategies that journalists use to do research and gather information for their stories. … Continue reading

“How to Give and Receive Writing Critiques” ONLINE with John Pipkin

Are you in a writing group but not sure how to give good feedback on others’ work?

NOTE: This class is required in order to sign up for one of our Advanced Craft Workshops, but does not guarantee admission. The … Continue reading

“The Agent Search: Tips, Tricks, and Timeless Advice” ONLINE with Becka Oliver

Learn the process and expectations for finding a literary agent for your book.

Join a former literary agent for an informative, candid, no-holds-barred class on finding the ideal agent for you—and how to navigate the relationship once you’ve found … Continue reading

Stemless Wine Glass & Cheese Plate Perfect Pairing Help Create Event!

Stemless Wine Glass & Cheese Plate (Mini Rondel) Perfect Pairing Help Create Event!

This August & September drink in style! Come to Grapevine, the home of five fine art galleries, wine tasting rooms, cider, and a hopping brewery! Don’t … Continue reading

Back To School Paperweight Help Create

These one of a kind glass art pieces are perfect gifts for teachers. They also can add an element of elegance to your own students’ new learning space, or your home or office. Help Create your one-of-a-kind handmade paperweight!

ALL AGES WELCOME!

The Process:

Register online, pre-pay for your booked time slot.
Come out to Vetro Glassblowing Studio 15 minutes prior to your reservation time to sign your waiver.
***We want you and your loved ones to stay safe, so follow “Safe Social Distancing Practices” when in the Studio &

FREE Glassblowing Demonstrations Aug. 22 – Vetro Studio

Come visit, shop, and watch the Vetro Glassblowers during our,

FREE Glassblowing Demonstrations this Saturday, August 22, 2020!

Watch while Vetro Glassblowers turn hot molten glass into incredible works of art!

Saturday from 2:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.

https://www.vetroartglass.com/vetroevents/

Lunch & Learn via Zoom from the Irving Arts Center

Lunch & Learn!

It’s FREE to get art smart! Lunch & Learn at Irving Arts Center has gone virtual! Every Tuesday from 12-1:30 pm, an informal adult education program meets weekly on Zoom to discuss art topics that tie into current … Continue reading

Espejo y Caja Decorados/ Decorated Mirror and Box (bilingual class in Irving)

Wednesdays, September 2, 9, 16 & 23, 2020 – 7 PM-9 PM |
El Miércoles, Septiembre 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30 – 7 PM to 9 PM
Jayce Park Center for the Arts, 1975 Puritan Dr. Irving TX … Continue reading

“Strategies for Staying the Course” ONLINE with P.J. Hoover

It’s hard to stick to our path, especially when everything seems like it is going against us, but don’t let that stop you from reaching your goals.

Join award-winning author P. J. Hoover in this inspiring workshop that will offer … Continue reading

VAGF Online Meeting Aug. 17 – Selling Art & Collectors

VAGF Monthly Meeting

Monday, August 17 from 7 pm – 8:15 pm
Meeting via Zoom: Register here
After registration via Eventbrite, you will receive a zoom link in the Eventbrite confirmation email (click on the orange button to see zoom … Continue reading